‘Black Minds Matter’: Focusing on mental health and African Americans in February
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
Experts, survivors discuss suicide, mental health on Good Day Philadelphia
With countless shocking and sad headlines over the past few weeks, it's time we talk open and honestly about our mental health. Good Day Philadelphia did just that Wednesday morning.
Mother's tragic tale: Husband dies of COVID-19, their son dies by suicide due to guilt
Stephanie Reyes was well aware her son was depressed. She tried repeatedly to get him into counseling, but she says everyone she turned to was booked months in advance.
As childhood COVID cases rise, anxious parents seek answers, advice
New data show kids are being hospitalized for COVID at an alarming rate. It’s news that is making many parents anxious. A local pediatrician answers questions and gives advice for parents.
Suicide hotline transitioning to 3-digit number: 988
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
Senators question Instagram CEO about app's potential harm to young users
Adam Mosseri is testifying Wednesday at a Senate hearing as Facebook, whose parent now is named Meta Platforms, has been roiled by public and political outrage over the disclosures by former Facebook employee Frances Haugen.
COVID-related stress weighs heavily on Gen Z
Among Americans in Gen Z, 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals.
Situation at Everson Griffen's home resolves peacefully after apparent mental health incident
A situation at the home of Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffin has ended peacefully after an apparent mental health incident led to a response by local police and team staff.
Wildland firefighter, his dog take 3,700-mile bike ride to overcome mental health struggles
Wildland firefighter Kevin Conley Jr. and his dog Rocky are on a cross-country trip to improve mental clarity, and most importantly, mental health. One of the eight states he stopped in was Arizona.
Touched by tragedy, Delaware County family focuses on teen mental health to honor daughter
Mental health for teens took center stage in Delaware County, as a family who lost their daughter to suicide trys to help other teenagers in her name.
Philadelphia reaches settlement with Walter Wallace family
October 26 marked one year since Walter Wallace, Jr. was shot and killed by Philadelphia police. Wallace’s family has reached a settlement in their lawsuit filed against the city in the wake of his death.
